HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers

CPSC Recall #19-016 — October 18, 2018

Recall #19-016 Date: October 18, 2018 Remedy: Repair

Product

HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers

Description

This recall involves the Hydrolevel HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller which is a black rectangular control unit for residential Slant/Fin VSPH boilers. It is used on Slant/Fin boilers with a serial number between 1581920 and 2476166. The boiler controller unit has six small LED lights and the word ‘Hydrostat’ on the front. The controller says HydroStat on the front and HydroStat Model 3000 on the back. The serial number on the boiler is located on the rating plate located on the top cabinet panel.  

Hazard

A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

Hydrolevel has received five reports of the recalled controllers failing to shut down the boilers after they reach the high temperature limit. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

 Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.

Units Affected

About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)

Sold At

Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller

Manufacturer

Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.

Manufactured In

United States